CKNW reports that Macrae passed away last Thursday at this home in Palm Springs.

Macrae was a controversial figure on CKNW and Rock 101 radio from the 1980s until he retired in 2012. His trademark was his bluntness, while not being afraid of ruffling feathers. In fact, ruffling feathers was what he did best.

If you’re too young to remember him, think Don Cherry without the flamboyant suits.

Here’s a few great Macrae quotes from his last time on air, courtesy of CKNW’s Matt Lee:

More Macrae: "I'd like to say to anyone I ever apologized to: I didn't mean it. I wasn't sincere. Whatever I called you, I meant it."